United Way of the National Capital Area
Vienna, Virginia · EIN 530234290 · Private foundation
Based in Vienna, Virginia, United Way of the National Capital Area has awarded $95.4M across 2,714 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Samu Foundation. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What United Way of the National Capital Area funds
United Way of the National Capital Area's giving carries a documented focus on economic development, faith-based (christian), food & agriculture, higher education, youth development.
Populations it has supported include families, hispanic communities, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samu Foundation DESIGNATED AND/OR GRANTED IN SUPPORT OF AGENCY PROGRAMS | Washington, DC | $3.2M | 2023 |
| Samu Foundation DESIGNATED AND/OR GRANTED IN SUPPORT OF AGENCY PROGRAMS | Washington, DC | $2.8M | 2024 |
| So Others Might Eat (some) DESIGNATED AND/OR GRANTED IN SUPPORT OF AGENCY PROGRAMS | Washington, DC | $799K | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from United Way of the National Capital Area
United Way of the National Capital Area's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at unitedwaynca.org.
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Frequently asked questions about United Way of the National Capital Area
- Does United Way of the National Capital Area accept grant applications?
- United Way of the National Capital Area's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does United Way of the National Capital Area fund?
- United Way of the National Capital Area's grants focus on economic development. Example recipients include Samu Foundation, So Others Might Eat (some). Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does United Way of the National Capital Area give in grants?
- United Way of the National Capital Area reported $16.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $95.4M over 2,714 grants.
- Where is United Way of the National Capital Area located?
- United Way of the National Capital Area is based in Vienna, Virginia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 530234290.
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